4101 BROADWAY ST, Houston, TX 77087 · (832) 849-1337 · State permit no. 1735221
Between Mar 11, 2022 (the first state visit on record) and Oct 20, 2026, the state cited The Rock Early Learning Center for 20 deficiencies — the Texas HHSC term for rule violations — over 17 routine inspections and 8 other visits (investigations or paperwork reviews); 6 were under rules the state weights High. The rule cited most often here is 746.1301 (2 times, most recently Jul 2, 2026).
The state lists The Rock Early Learning Center as serving infant, toddler, pre-kindergarten, and school-age children, open 06:00 AM to 06:30 PM (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri). Programs on file: School Age Care, Before School Care, Meals Provided, After School Care, Snacks Provided, Transportation to/from School, Field Trips. Program type: Child Care Program.
All 20 violations, newest first
2 rules cited at The Rock Early Learning Center changed after some of these citations (marked “rule revised”), so the wording that applied at the time may differ from our plain-English explanation.
High · Jul 2, 2026 · Inspection
746.3701(9) - Safety - Bodies of Water Inaccessible to Children
There were two mop buckets found in two restrooms. This was corrected when the director removed the two mop buckets.
In plain English: All areas children can reach must be free of hazards. The rule lists examples such as childproof covers on outlets for children under five, heaters and fans mounted out of reach or guarded, poisonous plants kept out of reach, pools, buckets, and other water kept away from children, and TVs anchored so they cannot tip over. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Jul 2, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Jul 2, 2026 · Inspection
746.801(8) - Required Records Maintained and Made Available - Playground Maintenance Records
The operation had not completed the grounds checklists since the week of May 13-17.
In plain English: The center must keep certain records ready for state review during operating hours, including children's records, staff and training records, the director's certificate, staff time sheets, proof of liability insurance (or written notice to parents that it has none), playground checklists, and records of emergency drills, fire extinguishers, and smoke detectors. It must also keep its most recent fire, sanitation, and (if needed) gas inspection reports and its daily sign-in and sign-out system. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jul 2, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Jul 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Jul 2, 2026 · Inspection
746.4003(a)(1) - First Aid Kit Incomplete - Gudie to first aid and emergency care
The guide was missing from the first aid kit.
In plain English: Each first-aid kit must hold a first-aid guide, adhesive tape, antiseptic, adhesive bandages, scissors, sterile gauze pads, a thermometer, tweezers, and waterproof disposable gloves. None of the supplies may be expired. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jul 2, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Jul 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Jul 2, 2026 · Inspection
746.1301(a)(4)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric CPR
One out of 10 employee files evaluated had a CPR card that expired in June 2026.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jul 13, 2026
- Correction verified:
- Jul 20, 2026
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Apr 23, 2025 · Investigation (report)
746.307(c) - Parental Notification of Less Serious Injuries
There was sufficient evidence to suggest that the operation does not always notify parents of less serious injuries.
In plain English: The center must tell a parent immediately if there is an allegation that their child was abused or neglected in care, or after the child has an injury needing medical treatment, an illness needing hospitalization, an emergency allergic reaction that required a stock epinephrine auto-injector, a situation such as a fire, flood, or severe-weather damage at the center, or another unusual situation that put the child at risk. Minor injuries such as small cuts or bites must be reported at pickup; the parents of every child at the center must get written notice within 48 hours of a reportable disease in a child or employee, and the parents of a group must get written notice within 48 hours of a lice or other infestation outbreak in that group. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Jun 20, 2025
- Correction verified:
- Jun 24, 2025
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Oct 2, 2024 · Inspection
746.2419(7) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - No Walking or Sleeping with Bottle or Cup
A 12 month old infant was observed standing in a crib with a bottle. This was corrected when the caregiver took the bottle from the infant.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Oct 2, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Oct 2, 2024 · Inspection
746.2415(b) - AP Cribs - Only Snug Fitting Sheet and Crib Mattress Cover Allowed if Infant Younger than 12 Months of Age
A two month old infant was observed with a bib, burp cloth, and toy in the crib. This was corrected when the caregiver removed the objects from the crib.
In plain English: Centers may not use baby walkers, doorway jumpers, accordion gates, toys small enough to swallow or choke on, or bean bags, waterbeds, or foam pads as sleeping equipment for infants. For an infant younger than 12 months, the crib or play yard must be bare except for a tight-fitting sheet and, if used, a thin, tight-fitting mattress cover made for that mattress. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 2, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 15, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
High · Oct 2, 2024 · Inspection
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
One of the children did not have up to date immunization records.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Oct 31, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 10, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Aug 29, 2024 · Inspection
746.1301(a)(3)(A) - Training Requirements for Employees, Caregivers, and Directors - Pediatric First Aid with Rescue Breathing
Two of Ten Employee Records did not have the First Aid Component of the CPR/First Aid Training.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 19, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 2, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Aug 29, 2024 · Inspection
746.5101(a) - Annual Fire Inspection - Before Initial Permit Issued and Every 12 Months
The operation's fire marshal inspection was not up to date.
In plain English: The center must have a fire inspection by a state or local fire marshal before its first permit is issued and at least once every 12 months. Centers in public school buildings run by the local school district are exempt, and if no inspection is available the center must get written proof of that from a fire marshal or county judge. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 19, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Sep 30, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
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Medium High · Aug 29, 2024 · Inspection
746.5205(1) - Fire Drill Monthly - Exit in 3 Minutes
The fire drills did not have times of exit recorded with them.
In plain English: The center must hold a fire drill every month, and the children must be able to get out of the building within three minutes. It must also hold a severe-weather sheltering drill and a lock-down drill at least four times a year each, and record the date, time, and length of every drill. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 19, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Sep 3, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Aug 29, 2024 · Inspection
746.613(a) - Required Immunizations
Four of Ten Children's Records did not have immunization records.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 19, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 2, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Aug 29, 2024 · Inspection
746.5307(a) - Inspect Fire Extinguishers Monthly
The fire extinguishers were not checked in 2024.
In plain English: The director or a designee must inspect the fire extinguishers every month and record the date and the employee's name. Extinguishers must be serviced as the manufacturer or the fire marshal requires. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Sep 19, 2024
- Correction verified:
- Oct 2, 2024
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Oct 31, 2023 · Inspection
746.605(6) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Contact
Seven of ten children's records did not have complete emergency release information.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 30, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Dec 12, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium High · Oct 31, 2023 · Inspection
746.2419(8) - Requirements for Feeding Infants - Other Use of Handwashing Sink
Eating utensils were seen in a cup on the edge of the diaper changing sink. This was corrected when the director instructed the caregivers to move the utensils and not store them there anymore.
Plain-English explanation above
- Corrected at inspection:
- Yes
- Correction date:
- Oct 31, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Oct 31, 2023 · Inspection
746.603(a)(4) - Children's Records - Immunizations
Four of ten children's records did not have updated immunization records.
In plain English: The center must keep a record for each enrolled child, including the enrollment agreement, admission information, a health statement from a health-care professional, and immunization records, plus items such as sign-in and sign-out records and medication records when they apply. These records must be kept at the center, available during operating hours, generally until three months after the child's last day. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 30, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Dec 12, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
High · Oct 31, 2023 · Inspection
746.605(12) - Required Admission Information - Emergency Medical Authorization
Three of ten children did not have complete emergency release authorization.
Plain-English explanation above · rule revised September 2024
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Nov 30, 2023
- Correction verified:
- Dec 12, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- Yes
Medium · Apr 19, 2023 · Inspection
746.5537(b)(1) - Electronic CO Detection Sys Connected to Alarm/Smoke Detection Sys-Tested Annually by Company or State or Local Fire Marshal
The operation did not have the up-to-date annual carbon monoxide detector inspection documentation available.
In plain English: If the center uses electric or battery-operated carbon monoxide detectors, it must test them monthly, put in new batteries at least once a year, and record the dates and the name of the employee who did the work. If the detectors are tied into an alarm system, the monitoring company or fire marshal must test the system at least once a year, and the center must keep the latest report and make any fixes it calls for. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 26, 2023
- Correction verified:
- May 8, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium High · Apr 19, 2023 · Inspection
746.5103 - Documentation of Fire Inspection
The most recent fire inspection was not posted and could not be produced upon request.
In plain English: When a fire inspection is required, the center must keep a copy of the most recent fire inspection report, letter, or checklist at the center during operating hours. The report must show the inspection date and findings and include the inspector's name and phone number. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 26, 2023
- Correction verified:
- May 3, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Medium · Apr 19, 2023 · Inspection
746.4503(b) - Cots, Beds, Mats Labeled With Child's Name
Nap mats were not labelled by name or number to indicate which child they belonged to.
In plain English: Each walking child through age four must have an individual waterproof or washable cot, bed, or mat to sleep or rest on, provided by the center or the parent. Each must be labeled with the child's name (or a number with an assignment map), and floor mats must be marked so the sleeping side can be told apart from the floor side. Official rule text
- Corrected at inspection:
- No
- Correction date:
- Apr 26, 2023
- Correction verified:
- May 3, 2023
- Technical assistance given:
- No
Source and correctionsThis page reports the state’s records for The Rock Early Learning Center; it is not a rating, a recommendation, or a background check, and may not be used for employment, tenant, credit, or insurance decisions.
Explanations follow the current rules (HHSC minimum standards, revised December 2025).